Sermons on What Are You Giving:

When We Should Not Pray

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

There are times when we should not pray. When are those times? Let’s look at them.

WHEN WE SHOULD NOT PRAY Exodus 14:15 INTRO: The Sunday School teacher asked one of the boys in his class, “Do you say a prayer before you eat at your house?” “No,” the boy responded. “We don’t need to. My mother is a good cook!” In his somewhat misguided understanding, the youth man ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Road Less Traveled

Contributed by David Parks on Aug 6, 2013

We are not all taking different roads to the same destination. And we will not get there by following the crowd. The road to eternity is, "The Road Less traveled."

THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED Text: Matthew 7:13-23 Introduction Illustration: “I once read the true story of their English professor who was on her way to class one day. She was running late and was going over the speed limit. Then she saw the dreaded red and blue lights in her rear view mirror ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Believers Joy Series

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 30, 2002

One of our greatest gifts as a believer is joy, The Joy of the Lord produces a strength in us that will lift us above the storms of life, and enable us to walk on top of the troubled waters.

Ne 8:10 Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for [this] day [is] holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the LORD is your strength. One of the saddest things in the body of Christ today is ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Tale Of Two Kings

Contributed by Maurice Brown on Jun 16, 2001

Comparisons between King David and King Jesus

INTRODUCTION A. Meet two great kings today 1. One is David, the second King of Israel 2. The Other is Jesus Christ, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords B. Some remarkable similarities between these two Kings 1. David was a man after God’s own heart - no other king like him ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Woman, A Crowd, And Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Nov 27, 2001

Don’t Judge

“A WOMAN, A CROWD, AND JESUS” JOHN 8:1-11 INTRODUCTION: TO BE CONDEMING AND JUDGEMENTAL OF OTHERS AND NOT OURSELVES, IS AN ACT OF GROSS HYPOCRISY. WHEN IN REALITY IF THE TRUTH WERE TOLD, MANY OF US ARE JUST AS GUILTY THAN THE ONE THAT WE CONDEMN. FURTHERMORE, WHEN ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Cure For Spring Fever

Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Mar 21, 2003

The spring is coming, and we will be apt to let our work for the Lord cease, due to the fact we have better weather outside.

Jesus Cure for Spring Fever Mark 1:30-31 In a few days you are going to experience a time of change in our world, with the change of seasons. People are going to begin coming out of their shell and be alive. They will be found on lakes everywhere hoping to catch “the big one”. Lawn mowers and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:30-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Baptism And Temptation Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To note the importance of baptism and the way to overcome temptation.

The Gospel of Mark #2: Baptism and Temptation Text: Mark 1:9-13 Thesis: To note the importance of baptism and the way to overcome temptation. Introduction: (1) In Mark 1:1-8, John announces the coming of Jesus. (2) Beginning with verse 9, Jesus arrives to begin His earthly ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on Mar 19, 2004

Love

Philippians—2 I. Vs-1 Loves Consolation and Comfort. Consolation, translated from the Greek noun For comfort. … As pertaining to the life of believers it is the consolation and support which result from the gracious work of the indwelling Comforter, Making clear to us, his part in our great ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Fly Below The Radar Screen

Contributed by Charles Clary on Jun 6, 2003

This sermon sets forth a call to humility using a simple statement made by John the Baptist.

Text: "He must increase, but I must decrease -- He must grow more prominent, I must grow less so." John 3:30 (The Amplified Bible) All of us by now have heard the remarkable story of Todd Beamer. He was the man who led the attack on the terrorists, who had hijacked United’s Flight 93. He is now ...read more

Scripture: John 3:30, John 3:26-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discipleship--The Process Of Multiplication

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006

Making disciples is enlarging the church.

INTRODUCTION 1. Few Disciples—11 v. 16 2. Guards’ Report about Jesus’ resurrection 3. Rising number of enemies of the gospel Outline: For the church to enlarge the … I. DISCIPLES ARE WITNESSING TO POTENTIAL DISCIPLES, 19 (Acts 1:8) “Make disciples of every nation.” This process targets the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Bridging The Gap!

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Sep 5, 2008

This message challenges us to take a serious look at the attitude of the Church and its efforts in reaching the lost.

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30 Title: “Bridging The Gap” Introduction: The situation of Jerusalem is not a pretty one! · Sinning is the order of the day. · The sinning business is growing at an alarming rate unchecked. · Those with the responsibility of addressing the problem have also been ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:26-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas Eve Service

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jan 27, 2010

THIS IS NOT AN ORIGINAL SERVICE. IT IS A BRIEF CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE THAT USES CANDLES TO FORM THE NATIVITY SCENE. IT HAS AN ENDING THAT IS QUITE UNIQUE AND SIGNIFICANT.

A CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT DRAMA FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CAMPBELLTON, N.B. DECEMBER 24, 2008 ORDER OF SERVICE CALL TO WORSHIP: ISAIAH 9: 2, 6-7 CALL TO MEDITATION: LUKE 2:17-20 MOMENTS OF MEDITATION: SUSAN DOUCET PLAYS HARP OPENING HYMN: NO. 125 JOY TO THE WORLD RESPONSIVE READING: NO. 635 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Man's Greatest Need

Contributed by Jon Miller on Feb 14, 2005

This sermon deals with mans need of everlasting life

Some people would say that there greatest need in life is to Get married, buy a house, be better at sports, win the lottery, be smarter, graduate college, get a better job and on and on It has been reported that over 70 million Americans today are struggling to find some meaning in life. And that ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Shepherd Or Hired Hand

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 4, 2006

This sermon investigates our relationship as sheep to Christ Jesus, the Good Shepherd.

John 10: 11 – 18 Hired Hands? Intro: Once there was a blonde who was really sick of all the blonde jokes. She decided to dye her hair and change her hairstyle. After her new makeover, she decided to take a drive through the countryside. She happened upon a shepherd with a large herd of sheep. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:11-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Promote The Good; Proscribe The Evil Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 23, 2013

The call of Christ not to judge, not to condemn, is directed at our relationships with other humans, not evil actions themselves.

Monday of 2nd Week in Lent 2013 Gaudium et Spes Today’s Scriptures are most appropriate as follow-ups to the Gospel of Transfiguration we heard on Sunday. Jesus is seen on Mount Tabor conversing with Moses, the great lawgiver, and Elijah, the greatest prophet. Jesus has always been seen by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:36-38

Denomination: Catholic